Sha’Carri Richardson has showered Jamaican wunderkind Tia Clayton following her performance in the women’s 100m at the Paris Olympics. Sha’Carri Richardson was in awe of Tia Clayton’s performance in the women’s 100m at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Clayton was Jamaica’s sole representative in the final of the race, managing to clock 11.04 for a…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has denied issuing a viral statement that accused Cooperative Cabinet Secretary nominee Wycliffe Oparanya of perjury. EACC Spokesman Eric Ngumbi clarified that the alleged statement, which claimed Oparanya lied under oath before the National Assembly committee on appointments, is entirely fabricated. “The viral statement is fake as the EACC…
By XINHUA Uganda on Friday announced the detection of two cases of mpox imported from the neighboring Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in the western district of Kasese. The cases were among six suspected infections in Mpondwe and Bwera, towns bordering the DRC, according to Henry Mwebesa, director general of Health Services at Uganda’s…
Cabinet Secretary nominee in the Ministry of Gender, Culture, Arts, and Heritage Stella Soi has valued her wealth at Ksh70 million. Appearing before the National Assembly Committee on Appointment on Sunday, August 4, 2024, Soi, who was the last CS nominee to be vetted, stated that her wealth is mainly made up of different assets,…
Sprinter Zablon Ekwam sustained an injury and failed to finish his 400m qualification race at the ongoing Paris Olympic Games. Ekwam who lined up in the final heat tripped and fell on the first bend while in a leading position. He did not continue with the race and required medical attention after lying on…
It is August 4, 2024 where Wakali will appear Bongo Flveni, Rayvanny and Marioo, Harmonize are among the artists who participated in the Shamra za Mwananchi 'Yanga SC' which is currently ongoing at Benjamini Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam These are some pictures from that day Citizen. . . . . . . ….
US’ Noah Lyles (C) crosses the finish line ahead of Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo (2nd L), Italy’s Lamont Marcell Jacobs (L), Jamaica’s Oblique Seville (unseen), South Africa’s Akani Simbine (2nd R) and Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson (R) in the men’s 100m final. [AFP] World champion Noah Lyles roared to victory in 9.79sec to claim gold in a…
It is August 4, 2024 from Mkapa where the Young Africans Club is their special day accompanied by the identification of the players as well as other things in the way of the new season 2024/25. Now here I have moved the picture for you to witness our President Eng. Hersi Said presenting the Official…
Public Service CS nominee Justin Muturi appears before the Committee on Appointments at the Mini Chambers in Nairobi on August 4, 2024. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Public Service Cabinet Secretary nominee Justin Muturi has explained his reasons for resigning as Attorney General. Muturi says at the time he resigned, there was disquiet in the country, and he…
Jamaican legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce’s expensive watch drew the attention of fans at the Paris Olympics even as she pulled out of the 100m race over unspecified reasons. Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce ended her fifth Olympics in disappointing fashion when she pulled out of the women’s semi-final over unspecified reasons on Saturday. The eight-time Olympic medallist was set…
On Thursday, NARC-Kenya Party Leader Martha Karua accused Azimio politicians, led by Raila Odinga, of exploiting the Gen Z movement to further their political agenda and secure top government positions. During an interview on the Obinna Show, Karua stressed that the young protesters’ demand for government accountability was not driven by Azimio or ODM. “I…
By AGGREY MUTAMBO A Kenyan former permanent representative to the UN has criticised a US government over a “lecture” on governance issues, even though Nairobi agreed with it. The matter, concerning the ongoing vetting of nominated Cabinet secretaries, is about those supposedly tainted by integrity issues. The US Embassy on Thursday called on Kenyan MPs…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and his spouse Dorcas Rigathi on Saturday, August 3, 2024, held talks with British High Commissioner to Kenya Neil Wigan. The Saturday night meeting happened at Treetops Lodge inside Aberdares National Park in Nyeri County. Gachagua on his meeting The second in command took to his official X account to share…
Mount Kenya University (MKU) has held its largest graduation ceremony ever in Thika town that saw 7,974 students feted, the highest number in the last seven years. Vice chancellor Prof Deogratius Jaganyi said the achievement was a result of the culmination of a well-orchestrated journey of planning, execution, and relentless improvement. He praised the implementation…
Ferdinand Omanyala after competing in the 100m heats at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. [Kelly Ayodi, Standard] Deafening cheers welcomed Africa fastest man Ferdinand Omanyala at the Stade de France on Saturday as he comfortably qualified for the 100m semifinals at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. The Commonwealth Games champion clocked 10.08 to clinch…